Youth Worker

Well Life Services; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleepover allowances

Training & development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Well Life Services in Ipswich, Australia, is seeking Youth Workers to provide high‑quality, person‑centred support to young people in residential settings. You will deliver trauma‑informed care, implement care plans, and work with families and multidisciplinary teams to promote safety and resilience.

The role involves varied rosters including sleepovers with additional allowances; casual and permanent part‑time opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with complex behaviours or trauma.
• Clear and empathetic communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver trauma-informed, person-centred care.
• Implement individualised care plans and therapeutic programs.
• Support inclusion through community access, recreation, and life skills.
• Model positive, courageous behaviours to promote safety and resilience.
• Collaborate with families, caseworkers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with legislative and organisational requirements.
• Comply with child safety, NDIS, and workplace health and safety requirements.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Person-centred support

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate IV in Youth Work or higher

Job description

Are you passionate about empowering young people and creating meaningful, lasting change?

Well Life Services is a values‑driven organisation committed to supporting young people to feel safe, heard, and empowered to lead their own lives. We’re looking for dedicated Youth Workers who want to make a genuine difference and be part of a supportive, purpose‑led team.

About Us

We partner with children, young people, and their communities to deliver personalised, inclusive, and therapeutic care. We empower every young person to be valued, heard, and supported in leading their own life, through the provision of allied health, youth residential, support coordination and lifestyle support services. Our work is guided by our core values:

• Respect - Honouring the dignity, voice, and strengths of every young person
• Transparency - Communicating openly and honestly to build trust
• Celebration - Recognising progress and achievements, big and small
• Inclusion - Embracing diversity and ensuring everyone feels welcome
• Courage - Standing up for what's right and supporting young people through challenges with compassion and resilience

The Role

As a Youth Worker, you will provide high‑quality,person‑centred support to young people in residential settings. Your role will include:

• Delivering respectful, trauma - informed, and person-centred care
• Implementing individualised care plans and therapuetic programs
• Supporting inclusion through community access, recreation, and everyday skill-building
• Modelling positive, courageous behaviours that promote safety and resilience
• Working collaboratively with families, caseworkers, and multidisciplinary teams
• Maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring compliance with all legislative and orgainsationsal requirements
• Complying with child safety, NDID, and workplace health and safety requirements

Locations: Ipswich

Roster: Varied roster including weekday shifts and sleepovers.

• Sleepover shifts are planned in advance and attract additional allowances
• Designed to support continuity of care and meaningful engagement with young people

What we offer

• Casual and permanent part - time opportunities
• Consistent rosters with sleepover shifts
• Ongoing internal training and professional development
• Supportive, inclusive team culture with on-call assistance
• Access to EAP and QLeave
• The opportunity to make a lasting, positive impact in the lives of young people

About you

You are someone who is:

• Experienced in supporting young people with complex behaviours and trauma
• Empathetic, patient, and emotionally resilient
• Confident working both independently and as part of a team
• A clear and respectful communicator who values transparency
• Passionate about positive outcomes and celebrating progress
• Adaptable, courageous, and able to thrive in dynamic environments
• Working towards or hold a Certificate IV or higher in Youth Work, Child & Family Intervention, Community Services, or similar
• Working with Children Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
• Current QLD Drivers Licence
• Comprehensive car insurance and vehicle registration
• Current First Aid and CPR certification

Well Life Services is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.